VIC News
Luck needed as Captain attempts to take command
HE WAS the last one in the field, but with the right kind of luck, he will be the first one home. That’s the hope of Captain Hammerhead’s connections ahead of Saturday night’s The Eureka at Club… Read more: Luck needed as Captain attempts to take command
Deja vu all over again…
IT’S beginning to look a lot like… For the majority of the world the end of that sentence is something along the lines of ‘Christmas, toys in every store’. Within harness racing it is “Vicbred, Emma… Read more: Deja vu all over again…
“I won’t make that mistake again”
LEARNING from last season’s mistake, astute horseman Neville Pangrazio has firmly etched the date of the Vicbred Super Series heats into his memory. Rewind to last December and Pangrazio was on his… Read more: “I won’t make that mistake again”
Result an insult to horseman’s ego!
ONE result from yesterday’s Charlton meeting has caused pain to a prominent horseman’s “fragile male ego”! Racing as the $4 second favourite, Didnt I scored for premier trainer Ben Yole. On the… Read more: Result an insult to horseman’s ego!
HRV releases adjusted prizemoney levels
HARNESS Racing Victoria today details prizemoney changes to be implemented from October 1, including adjustments to feature races and an alignment with the national ratings system. Part of $10… Read more: HRV releases adjusted prizemoney levels
Promising mare stepping up in grade
PROMISING mare Inmydreams will step up in grade this weekend. A last-start winner in Ballarat, Inmydreams has earned a shot at better riches according to trainer Joe Borg, which will result in the… Read more: Promising mare stepping up in grade
Exciting filly shines bright to maintain perfect record
SHINING bright in Bendigo last night, Lux Aeterna has earned a brief freshen-up ahead of her next feature target. Proving too good in a Nutrien Sales Final, Lux Aeterna will be readied for the New… Read more: Exciting filly shines bright to maintain perfect record
Watching her win has reduced the anger!
HEADING to the yearling sales, Colin Holloway was given strict instructions from his wife, Heather…”no more horses”! Failing to adhere to the boss’ warning, Holloway purchased a trotting filly and… Read more: Watching her win has reduced the anger!
Promising youngster heading interstate
A TRIP across the border is on the cards for promising youngster Captain Hammerhead. Discussing plans for the three-year-old following his success in last night’s Nutrien Final in Bendigo, trainer… Read more: Promising youngster heading interstate
No doubting who’s the boss!
THERE is a lot to be learnt from defeat and Nathan Jack certainly utilised his to claim victory in last night’s $175,000 Alabar Bloodstock Nutrien Equine Final in Bendigo. After leading with The… Read more: No doubting who’s the boss!
Impulse buy turning into a bargain
A TROTTER he had no intention of buying has provided Daryl Crone with his biggest success. Accompanying a mate to the Nutrien Yearling Sale a couple of years ago, Crone was relaxing near the outside… Read more: Impulse buy turning into a bargain
Primed to maintain perfect record
UNDEFEATED youngster Sweet Bella is predicted to have little trouble maintaining her perfect record tonight. Successful at her four outings, Sweet Bella is engaged in a Nutrien Equine Final in… Read more: Primed to maintain perfect record
Maiden win the perfect tonic
BREAKING her maiden in Melton last night, Spun Silver provided the perfect tonic for one of her owners. First-up from an 18-month injury-enforced break, Spun Silver was successful in a 1200-metre… Read more: Maiden win the perfect tonic
Perfect start to siring career
PROMISING sire Bettor’s Wish made the perfect start to his stallion career by siring the winners of both $240,000 New Jersey Sires’ Stake Finals at the Meadowlands on Friday night. Better Is Nice… Read more: Perfect start to siring career
“Not happy” Racing Minister demands consultation
THIS morning’s open statement from the state’s kindred bodies refuting Harness Racing Victoria’s claims of consultation ahead of the stakes cuts has already garnished a result. Just to recap, two… Read more: “Not happy” Racing Minister demands consultation
Kindred bodies refute HRV’s stake cuts consultation claim
THE following is a statement by the Presidents of the Victorian Harness Racing Club, Trots Clubs Victoria, Victorian Harness Racing Trainers and Drivers Association and the Victorian Square Trotters… Read more: Kindred bodies refute HRV’s stake cuts consultation claim
Manning sidelined after fall
CHAMPIOIN reinswoman Kerryn Manning is set for a significant stint on the sidelines after a serious fall at the Horsham trials. Dislodged from the sulky, Manning landed her back, with follow-up… Read more: Manning sidelined after fall
Prizemoney to drop by eight percent
HARNESS Racing Victoria has announced $10million in operational efficiencies and prizemoney reductions following the finalisation of its annual planning and budget. HRV has forecast a wagering… Read more: Prizemoney to drop by eight percent
Your chance to win a share of Eureka slot
THE appearance of TAB Eureka contenders Catch A Wave and Captain Ravishing will provide an added incentive to get trackside at Beckley Park on Friday for a huge night of fun and giveaways. The… Read more: Your chance to win a share of Eureka slot
Biggest threat to winning streak
HIGH class mare Star Celebrity won’t have to look far to find the biggest threat to her winning streak. Racing in sensational form, Star Celebrity has won her last six starts with consummate ease… Read more: Biggest threat to winning streak
